When Scots go to the polls next month, they hold the future of youth provision in their hands. Last month, the coalition Labour and Liberal Democrat government unveiled its joint youth work strategy, which outlined the parties' vision for youth provision.
But while Labour has called for the proposals contained within the document to be implemented, the Liberals have gone further by pledging in their election manifesto to introduce the 'future of Scotland' bill, a piece of legislation that will guarantee empowerment and opportunities for young people. They have also promised to radically improve facilities for young people if elected (see boxout). Labour, however, is unwilling to legislate for such measures. So if the Lib-Lab coalition remains, the legislative framework for youth provision will hinge on the post-election balance of power.
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